Tax Relief for Employers

There is a tax relief benefit for employers who started businesses after February 15, 2020 (COVID startups). The Employee Retention Credit, a refund of 50% of qualified wages or up to $10,000 per employee per year, has been extended specifically for these employers with payroll in Q3 and Q4 of 2021.

Critical Issues Series – “Pandemic to Endemic”

What does the future hold for Dakota County and Minnesota after the pandemic? Exhausted by over two years of intermittent lockdowns, social distancing, masking, and remote learning caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, are we transitioning into the Endemic? Join us via Zoom on Thursday, June 23, for this important conversation with two leading experts who will shed some light on how we move forward.

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Gina Adasiewicz PHN, RN, MS

Dakota County Public Health Director 

Michael T. Osterholm, PhD, MPH

Director, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP)

University of Minnesota

Golf Classic a Success!

The 16 Annual Golf Classic, held at the Mendakota County Club, turned out to be a perfect day for a little golf competition, connecting with members and new friends, meeting the sponsors, bidding on the fabulous Silent Auction items, enjoying great food, and having a few laughs. Here are some photos from the day; a full album of photos will be coming next week. Thank you to all who made this a successful event, including the sponsors, committee volunteers, and the course staff.

Thanks To Our Sponsors!

Ribbon Cutting at The Good Clinic

We welcomed The Good Clinic St. Paul/Eagan to the community with a ribbon cutting celebration. Brad Case, president of The Good Clinic, introduced the clinic’s team and outlined its philosophy of care. They think of your care as a partnership — an ongoing conversation where your wellbeing always comes first. It’s your healthcare, your way.

Enlightened Leads Group – Guest Day

Check out this new group for Guest Day on June 22, to find out more about the group’s objectives and opportunities. The Enlightened Leads Group is a relationship-based, referral group that meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Meetings are held at Sovran in Eagan. 

Ribbon Cutting at Fairfield Inn & Suites

Join us on June 23 for the Grand Opening and ribbon cutting celebration for Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, located in Eagan. Check out this new hotel with spacious modern rooms. The afternoon schedule: 3:00 PM grand opening begins; 4:15-4:30 PM DCR Chamber member networking; 4:30 PM ribbon cutting; and 6:00 PM event concludes. Tour the rooms and participate in a scavenger hunt with prizes, Bald Man Brewing will provide the beer, and a Mexican buffet with wine and beverages will be provided.  

Boden Senior Living Open House

Tour the new Boden Senior Living community in Apple Valley and meet staff on June 23 from 3-6 PM (Business Community & Medical Professionals from 3-4pm). Carefree living begins with Boden’s extensive and exceptional services for Assisted Living and Memory Care.

Young Professionals: St. Paul Saints Game

Join the East Metro Regional Chamber Young Professionals Group for a night out at the St. Paul Saints game on Tuesday, June 28. Arrive for dinner and networking at the CHS Field, then stay for the game against the Omaha Runzas. This regional event is hosted by the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce, the River Heights Chamber of Commerce, the St. Paul Area Chamber, and the Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce.



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Midwest Agricultural Summit

You are invited to the livestream Summit on June 28. Agriculture is a fundamental sector of the Midwestern economy. The Summit will take an in-depth look at key industry facets across multiple states, while exploring and discussing agriculture. The keynote speaker, Robert Bonnie, is the Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation at USDA. The event is in partnership with other Midwest chambers. 

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Meet the Chamber Orientation

Interested in being more engaged in the DCR Chamber? Send new employees from your organization to learn more about the opportunities available to them, including involvement in committees, monthly networking and special events, marketing/advertising opportunities. Each attendee will introduce themselves and give a brief commercial about their business or position. Remember, all employees are considered members of the Chamber. Next meeting is Wednesday, June 29.

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Renewed Members

Summit Medical Center – 67 years

If you have any questions or concerns about your membership renewal, contact Anna Schueler:

aschueler@dcrchamber.com 

(651) 288-9204

New Members

Fairfield Inn & Suites St. Paul Eagan

3949 Cedar Grove Parkway Eagan MN 55122

(612) 351-3509

Insperity

8500 Normandale Lake Blvd. Suite 300 Bloomington MN 55437

(612) 363-1624

For more information on becoming a member, contact Director of Marketing & Partnerships Laura Roehl:

Lroehl@dcrchamber.com 

(952) 300-1734

Explore West St. Paul Days Visibility Opportunities

Explore West St. Paul Days is set to be the largest event in West St. Paul and is the premiere sponsorship opportunity for local businesses and organizations. The 3-day event, from August 11-13, is expected to draw thousands of attendees to over a dozen events and activities.

Check out upcoming DCR Chamber events on our online calendar!

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